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EXPERTISE AND SERVICES
Artificial Intelligence, Robotic Manufacturing Expert ConsultantExpertise in engineering, software development, hardware integration, technical and end user documentation, system verification and validation, client relationship management, problem analysis/resolution, requirements gathering and analysis, project planning and management teamwork, communications, leadership, quality and productivity improvement, business continuity planning, lean manufacturing, and Mitsubishi robotics.
Highly qualified systems engineer with successful record researching and implementing product design and developments. Uses creative problem-solving and analytical decision-making skills with proven ability to conceptualize solutions to challenging situations and implement practical, cost-effective project plans. Characterized as a talented strategist, visionary, and customer relationship manager who is driven to excellence.
Skilled in standard and specialized software use, and has significant experience with installation, programming and operation of Mitsubishi Melfa Class industrial robots.
Other noteworthy areas of skill and expertise include systems integration, life cycle engineering, military systems, operations and communications, firearms and ammunition, command and control, software / hardware integration, pc automation control, technology application, technical writing, machine vision, artificial intelligence, pattern recognition, rapid prototyping, PVD / thin film coatings, business continuity planning, and information assurance
PRINCIPAL INDUSTRIES SERVED
Computers, Engineering, Software, Manufacturing, Military, Robotics
EDUCATION
Level III Certified Acquisition Professional in Systems Planning, Research, Development and Engineering
Certified Information Assurance Manager
U.S. Army Communications-Electronics Command, Fort Monmouth, NJ
B.S. in Engineering, Major in Computer Science, U.S. Military Academy, West Point, NY
ADDITIONAL TRAINING
DOD INFOSEC Awareness, Professional Engineering Java Programming, How to Build a Successful Website, Design for Six Sigma Manufacturability, Digital Data Communication and Emerging Technologies, Total Quality Management, Manpower and Personnel Integration, Command, Control and Communications, Understanding the X.25 Protocol, Communications-Electronics Staff Officer Course
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
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Providing expertise in systems engineering, product design and development research, strategic planning, customer relationship management, artificial intelligence and robotic applications, robotic manufacturing, command and control engineering, quality improvement, and related expertise to a wide variety of clients.
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Owner, Artificial Intelligence and Robotic Application Design and Development firm
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Directed and managed the formation of a start-up business to design and develop new artificial intelligence and robotic applications available to both the military and private commercial sectors. Created marketing strategy, advanced product development, and established sales channels using a diversified range of business expertise. Won a Small Business Innovative Research contract with the U. S. Government Ballistic Missile Defense Organization. This contract provided a grant for work to be performed over a six-month period, resulting in the demonstration of a new, proprietary pattern recognition algorithm called Optimal Associative Memory. Designed and built a working robotic manufacturing process to produce precision rifle ammunition cases. Created extensive control software using Visual BASIC to simplify and extend OEM software capability, as well as to integrate a number of precision digital measuring devices and machine vision capability.
Command and Control Directorate, Electronics Engineer, U.S. Army Communications-Electronics Command, Fort Monmouth, NJ
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Managed all phases of strategic projects, including conception, engineering / design, testing, and evaluation within department areas involving state-of-the-art technology. Met with internal customers to review programs and implement any necessary changes. Interacted with clients to provide support, assess needs, and develop specifications. Was responsible for planning and execution of Command and Control system research and development programs.
Selected as one of two engineers charged with the responsibility of editing and finalizing a significant document that defined future U.S. Army soldier system requirements after the year 2010 and was presented to NSRDEC for use in systems development.
Served as expert on a variety of military subjects, including battlefield tactics, communications requirements, technologies and capabilities for future soldiers. Provided guidance on required interfaces between future soldiers and systems under development, including command and control, communications, computers, intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance (C4ISR) systems. Harmonized the concurrent development of the Future Combat Systems (a joint, networked, system of systems linking weapons and sensors) and Objective Force Warrior programs.
Co-authored a technical paper on the Objective Force Warrior Architecture Study for publication. Provided vision for the future architecture of the U.S. Army force structure, required capabilities for the future soldier and planned combat weapon and sensor systems, as well as operational goals for those systems on the networked battlefield of the future.
Drafted proposal for research into new technology to reduce risk to U.S. soldiers clearing buildings and other structures during urban warfare. The proposal was based upon current robotic technology. Proposal was approved and submitted to a program supporting advanced research in scientific and engineering areas.
Laboratory Quality Improvement Office, Electronics Engineer, U.S. Army Communications-Electronics Command, Fort Monmouth, NJ
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Served as the RDEC Information Management Officer with approving authority for all hardware, software and service support purchase orders related to scientific and office automation for 2500 employees. Performed a demand analysis with key headquarters staff to determine the best mix of equipment to meet automation needs.
Utilized market surveys, demand analyses and customer interviews to provide best values. Modified acquisition requests to improve productivity and reduce costs. Saved taxpayers approximately $1M per year. Controlled and updated the Information System Acquisition Requests database for tracking and accounting of all IT purchases. Promulgated and enforced mandated changes in regulations, policies and directives.
Command and Control Directorate, Electronics Engineer, U.S. Army Communications-Electronics Command, Fort Monmouth, NJ
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Performed a variety of staff support functions, including gathering and reduction of data. Prepared analyses and reports in assigned areas. Briefed the Communications-Electronics Command, Army Research Lab, and Training and Doctrine Command on issues vital to the development of the U.S. Army after 2010.
Wrote a White Paper on Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance for the future soldier out to the year 2025. Presented to the Deputy Chief of Staff for Doctrine and Concepts at the U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command. Provided administrative and technical support for meetings of U.S. Army agencies and foreign government delegations. Received an Army Materiel Command letter of appreciation for the high quality of support. Evaluated and rated all contractor submissions against numerous technical and management factors.
Advanced Systems Directorate, Electronics Engineer, U.S. Army Communications-Electronics Command, Fort Monmouth, NJ
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Served as electronics engineer and technical specialist responsible for the conduct of research, development and engineering related to assigned programs for Command, Control and Communications (C3) systems. Planned, organized, directed, coordinated, reviewed, and approved diverse engineering efforts by contractors, in-house laboratory directorates and other government agencies. Represented the Advanced Systems Directorate in conferences on C3 systems and to other organizations regarding technical aspects of development efforts.
Served as editor for the U.S. Army Science and Technology Master Plan. Selected to evaluate operations and technologies supporting future soldier / war fighter mobility. Wrote a White Paper published by The Strategic Assessment Center of the Science Applications Intl. Corp. Approved Information System Acquisition Requests for IT hardware, software, and services worth $20M, saving taxpayers approximately $2M through careful order screening. Created the Research, Development, and Engineering Center (RDEC) corporate website, served as RDEC Webmaster for one year, and supervised website development for each organization within the RDEC.
HONORS AND AWARDS
Performance Award (9 years)
Research, Development, and Engineering Center, Director Letter of Appreciation
Department of the Army, Certificate of Achievement
Special Act or Service Award (3 years)
Advanced Systems Directorate, Director Letter of Appreciation
Army Materiel Command, Commanding General Certificate of Recognition
Research, Development and Engineering Center, Distinguished Service Award
U.S. Army Meritorious Service Medal
U.S. Army Commendation Medal
Fort Sill Commanding General, Letter of Commendation
PUBLICATIONS
Authored numerous publications, papers and proposals on topics related to advanced research in scientific and engineering in military applications.
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